Jennifer Woodward Creekside Middle School 8th Grade...

Jennifer Woodward Creekside Middle School 8th Grade Counselor 322-6155 Ext. 38959

3 Language Arts 3 Math 3 Social Studies 3 Science

Cannot go to high school without

the 12 credits…

Civics Education Course

EOC constitute 30% of the final course grade

If a student enrolls prior to the 2nd semester of 8th grade year, he/she must have Civics and take the EOC.

Algebra 1 & 2– All students enrolled in Algebra 1 & 2 must take the EOC.

Results constitute 30% of the final course grade

The student MUST pass the Algebra 1 EOC to graduate from high school.

Students taking Algebra I or Algebra II will receive high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA.

Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school.

Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript.

Students must earn three higher level math credits in high school.

Students taking Spanish I in place of Reading will receive a high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA.

Students who earn an A or B (final average) may not repeat the same course.

Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript.

Foreign language is not a graduation requirement but most universities require two years for admission.

4 year high school plan will be completed in January of 8th grade…to be used as a planning tool.

Visit www.flchoices.org for information on college requirements, scholarships, etc.

Students should already have an

account…same as Pinnacle login.

Subject Credits

English 4 Credits with ELA Courses

Math 4 with Alg* and Geo*

Science 3 with Biology* and Phy Science

Social Studies 3 with WH, AH*, Gov & Econ with

financial literacy!

Fine and Performing Art 1 (Course Code Directory)

Physical Education 1 PE and Personal Fitness

Electives 8

Online Course 1 Course

**EOC worth 30% of final grade

Credits – 4 options

Traditional 24 credits

Traditional 24 credits - Scholar Designation ▪ Additional course requirements

▪ Current requirements include 1 credit in AP, IB, or a dual enrollment course

Traditional 24 credits - Merit Designation ▪ Additional course requirements including one or more industry

certification

Three year, 18 credit ACCEL Program

*Graduation requirements for the Class of 2019 have not been

released.

Career Academies International Baccalaureate (IB)

Superintendent's Diploma of Distinction (SDD)

Small learning community that combines core classes with a career focus.

Provides unique learning opportunities through business, hands-on learning, career shadowing, and internships.

You get real world skills.

You must apply for an academy.

*You can still take honors, advanced placement and dual enrollment courses

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Animal Trainer

Forester

Agricultural Technician Landscaper

Zoologist

Prepares you for successful work in the agriculture, food and natural resources industry

Academy & High School

Animal Science

Agriscience New Smyrna Beach HS

Animal Science Pine Ridge HS

Plant Science

Environmental Science and Services

Taylor HS

Horticultural, Environmental & Marine Science

Atlantic HS

Plant Biotechnology University HS**

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Architect

Construction Technology

Carpenter

Construction Manager

Roofer

Prepares you for successful work in the construction industry

Academy & High School

*Building Construction DeLand HS

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information.

Architecture and Construction Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Musician

Dancer

Broadcast Technician

Graphic Design

Photographer

Prepares you for successful work in the arts, A/V, communication and technology industry

Academy & High School

Graphic Arts & Digital Technology

Communications DeLand HS

*Communications & Multi-Media Technology

Mainland HS

Web and Digital Media

Seabreeze HS

Graphic Arts & Design

Deltona HS

Performing & Fine Arts

Communications & Arts in Performance

Atlantic HS

TV Production

Communications DeLand HS

Communications in Arts and Performance

Atlantic HS

*Communication & Multi-Media Technology

Mainland HS

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information.

Arts, A/V, Communication & Technology Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Chemical Technician

Civil Engineer

Meteorologist

Computer Hardware

Computer Hardware Engineer

Equipment Repairer

Prepares you for successful work in the engineering and technology industry

Academy & High School

Drafting

*Design & Manufacturing

Mainland HS

*Drafting Seabreeze HS

Engineering *Design & Manufacturing Technology

Mainland HS

*Engineering DeLand HS

*Engineering New Smyrna Beach HS

*Engineering University HS**

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Engineering and Technology Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Business Owner

Banker

Customer Care Representative

Accountant

Office Manager

Financial Manager

Stock Broker

Prepares you for successful work in the marketing, sales, and service industry.

Academy & High School

Finance Spruce Creek HS

Finance University HS**

Finance Cluster

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Police Officer

Detective

Firefighter

Paramedic

Paralegal

Attorney

Prepares you for successful work in the government and public administration industry

Academy & High School

Criminal Justice New Smyrna Beach HS

Law and Government Atlantic HS

Government and Public Administration Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Physician

Nurse

Pharmacist

Paramedic

Veterinarian

Prepares you for successful work in the health science and human services industry.

Academy & High School

*Biomedical University HS**

Health Services Deltona HS

Medical New Smyrna Beach HS

Science & Medicine Mainland HS

Sports Science Marketing Mainland HS

Healthcare Pine Ridge HS

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Health Science and Human Services Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Waiter or Waitress

Chef/Baker/Pastry Chef

Restaurant Manager

Sous Chef

Purchasing Manager

Food Scientist

Prepares you for successful work in the hospitality and tourism industry

Academy & High School

Culinary Arts New Smyrna Beach HS

Culinary Design Seabreeze HS

Hospitality & Culinary Arts

Mainland HS

Hospitality and Tourism Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

System Administrator

PC &Network Support Technician

Network Engineer

Computer Support Specialist

Help Desk Coordinator

Prepares you for successful work in the information technology industry.

Academy & High School

Communications DeLand HS

*Communication & Multi-Media Technology

Mainland HS

*Gaming and Simulation University HS**

*Robotics University HS**

*Information Technology & Robotics

Spruce Creek HS

*Simulation & Robotics Mainland HS

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Information Technology Cluster

Learn about Jobs in this cluster:

Business Owner

Banker

Customer Care Representative

Accountant

Office Manager

Financial Manager

Stock Broker

Prepares you for successful work in the marketing, sales, and service industry.

Academy & High School

Entertainment & Sports Marketing New Smyrna Beach HS

Entrepreneurship, Marketing, & Management

Deltona HS

Sports Science Marketing Mainland HS

Marketing, Sales, and Services Cluster

*Lead directly to science, technology, engineering & mathematics (STEM)

occupations as identified through national & state research & labor market

information. **University High School is closed to Out-of-Zone students.

Spruce Creek High School Information and applications

December - January of 8th grade year

Information Night At SCHS – January 13th

Algebra 1 Required in 8th Grade Spanish Not Required in 8th Grade One Time To Apply - Deadline is Jan. 30

Parent/Guardian Information Sheet Student Information Sheet Teacher Recommendations from 8th grade Copy of 8th Grade First Semester Report

Card 7th Grade FCAT Scores or Other

Standardized Test Scores Essay – Jan. 15th OR Jan. 17th

Important Spruce Creek High School IB & Academy Dates

DECEMBER 11, 2014 Application posted to: www.sprucecreekib.weebly.com

DECEMBER 11, 2014 High School Showcase Volusia Co. Fairgrounds 5pm

JANUARY 13, 2015 Academy Showcase at Spruce Creek 6-7:30pm

JANUARY 15, 2015 Essay writing 5PM OR JANUARY 17, 2015 10AM.

JANUARY 30, 2015 IB and Academies Applications deadline

FEBRUARY 23, 2015 Acceptance Letters Mailed

MARCH 13, 2015 Student Decisions

APRIL 2, 2015 List of selected students due to county.

Available at all high schools Minimum of 4 advanced placement (AP)

courses over 2 different content areas Earn a score of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP

exams Weighted AP G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher Minimum of 100 hours of community

service

Must participate in the SAT or ACT College Entrance Exam Program as a junior

Tutoring and review session as needed Applications available from the Counseling

Office in high school

Find out MORE at the -

High School Showcase

December 11, 2014

@ the Volusia County Fairgrounds

from 5:00 p.m.– 7:30 p.m.

Check us out at www.career-connection.org

Teacher Recommendations Electives Orientation Night at the high schools

Parent/Guardian and Student Registration at Night – dates to be announced

Check school websites regularly…

Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS) Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS) Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award

(GSV)

www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org

If you have additional questions, you can go to

www.career-connection.org

Bulletin Board in 8th grade building

Call or email Mrs. Woodward

▪ jlwoodwa@volusia.k12.fl.us , Ext 38959

Individual High School website